I think Ice Network should cover Champs Camp more thoroughly. I'm talking about more interview segments and videos of the test skates (or at least open it to the public like Russia does). If they open up that aspect of the sport they may be able to attract more people.

That said I'm excited to "hear" about how the test skates went seeing as we'll probably never get to actually see them.

Isn't the point of this camp, though, to be for the skaters and for them to get feedback at least somewhat privately on their programs? If so, I can see why the press and fans aren't allowed to view these skates. And if I were a skater, I think I'd prefer to keep this a non-fan event since it's really a work and enrichment week, not a series of exhibitions. Having this open to fans could be a potential nightmare for some very popular skaters (kwanatic, not picking on you or your board name, but imagine a Champ's Camp with MK or Sasha present during their heyday and fans allowed access. That could turn crazy pretty quickly).

Isn't the point of this camp, though, to be for the skaters and for them to get feedback at least somewhat privately on their programs? If so, I can see why the press and fans aren't allowed to view these skates. And if I were a skater, I think I'd prefer to keep this a non-fan event since it's really a work and enrichment week, not a series of exhibitions. Having this open to fans could be a potential nightmare for some very popular skaters (kwanatic, not picking on you or your board name, but imagine a Champ's Camp with MK or Sasha present during their heyday and fans allowed access. That could turn crazy pretty quickly).

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True. I guess it is better to show their programs without the added pressure of an audience but still, it would be nice. Maybe rather than fill the arena they sell tickets on a first come first serve basis?

Ah well...I guess we don't have that long until the season starts. I can wait.

Isn't the point of this camp, though, to be for the skaters and for them to get feedback at least somewhat privately on their programs? If so, I can see why the press and fans aren't allowed to view these skates. And if I were a skater, I think I'd prefer to keep this a non-fan event since it's really a work and enrichment week, not a series of exhibitions. Having this open to fans could be a potential nightmare for some very popular skaters (kwanatic, not picking on you or your board name, but imagine a Champ's Camp with MK or Sasha present during their heyday and fans allowed access. That could turn crazy pretty quickly).

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No, no, no, the point of Champs Camp is to do silly team-building activities!!

I think Ice Network should cover Champs Camp more thoroughly. I'm talking about more interview segments and videos of the test skates (or at least open it to the public like Russia does). If they open up that aspect of the sport they may be able to attract more people.

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Attract more people how? I can see how providing coverage of an off-season preparatory event like this would intensify the investment of fans who are already considerably invested in following the sport of figure skating. I.e., attract the same people more strongly.

But I can't see how it would attract anyone new to following the sport in the first place. Especially not through IceNetwork, which is not a media source that reaches anyone who doesn't already make some effort to follow figure skating.

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Off to Champs Camp! We're packed and ready to go!! Looking forward to seeing everyone, and showing our new short and free dances. We love them, and can't wait to put them out there.
Going to be a full week!!

I think Ice Network should cover Champs Camp more thoroughly. I'm talking about more interview segments and videos of the test skates (or at least open it to the public like Russia does). If they open up that aspect of the sport they may be able to attract more people.

That said I'm excited to "hear" about how the test skates went seeing as we'll probably never get to actually see them.

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I wish this was true. I do not get how come it is secret when most have already performed? IT also would be great for the athletes to have an audience..I would travel there !!! Does anyone know why it is so"secret"?? Also one of my favorite pair teams is getting an award... Just don't get why you can't watch anything you miss out on one of the most important part..the audience reaction to the program and costumes etc...

I wish this was true. I do not get how come it is secret when most have already performed? IT also would be great for the athletes to have an audience..I would travel there !!! Does anyone know why it is so"secret"?? Also one of my favorite pair teams is getting an award... Just don't get why you can't watch anything you miss out on one of the most important part..the audience reaction to the program and costumes etc...

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I'm as impatient as the next person to see the new programs. However, from an athlete's perspective, I completely understand the importance of keeping your work under wraps until you feel is presentable. The programs will evolve over the season, but there are different levels of "progress" in "work in progress" and, no matter how many silly pictures we get, this camp is a crucial working session.

I'm as impatient as the next person to see the new programs. However, from an athlete's perspective, I completely understand the importance of keeping your work under wraps until you feel is presentable. The programs will evolve over the season, but there are different levels of "progress" in "work in progress" and, no matter how many silly pictures we get, this camp is a crucial working session.

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I agree and would agree more if almost all of the programs had not been seen already...?? Just would be fun to see them again and skating in silence in an arena without an audience?? From an athletes look boring and weird and empty. Just excited to see them and be able to enjoy them with a larger audience I would think that would prepare the athletes better for the season with a filled arena rather than a HUGE arena with no one watching. I understand the need to be with the judges and that should not be public and it is working just thought it would add to their learning and feel more like reality but I get your point kind of this arena could be filled it would be more realistic I would think? but hope they have fun and excited for the season to come!!

At Josh's hair and outfit. Idk what he's thinking, maybe experimenting or USFS told him to get a new style? I miss the Tom Cruise hair, he should have never cut it. Oh well, hopefully he'll learn style tips eventually. Loving Agnes' blonde curly look though!

Can't wait for the cheesy team building photos and videos to arrive, those are always my favorite part of champs camp!

I agree and would agree more if almost all of the programs had not been seen already...?? Just would be fun to see them again and skating in silence in an arena without an audience?? From an athletes look boring and weird and empty. Just excited to see them and be able to enjoy them with a larger audience I would think that would prepare the athletes better for the season with a filled arena rather than a HUGE arena with no one watching. I understand the need to be with the judges and that should not be public and it is working just thought it would add to their learning and feel more like reality but I get your point kind of this arena could be filled it would be more realistic I would think? but hope they have fun and excited for the season to come!!

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The purpose of the camp is to be a working session, not an exhibition. The athletes need feedback on the content of their programs from skating professionals, not the public. It is not odd to be skating in the practice rink with USFS monitors and other officials. This is no different than doing videotaped runthrus at home with visiting judges or monitors. BTW I think they are skating in the Olympic Rink at the Ice Hall, not the World Arena which would be extremely expensive to rent. Re: the team building exercise, it may seem hokey to some but it serves a purpose since the athletes need to bond and become one Team USA since they will be traveling together and representing the USA together. This is the only opportunity for athletes who do not live near each other to interact socially before traveling.